At an event in Fort Myers, he described ships passing the island after the war with Iran and mentioned sending Marco Rubio to close a possible deal.
The man was located about 16 miles east of Key Biscayne and received assistance from marine units and the Coast Guard.
The decree sets requirements for foreign nationals who entered before January 2026 and have a pending application or received a final denial.
The agency attributed the decline from about 24,000 to diplomatic pressure and visa restrictions; it said they remained in 53 countries in 2026.
The country has recognized 52 Cubans as refugees; about 30 applicants arrive through Rivera each month.
